Ahead of Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere, Salman Khan begins shooting for Battle of Galwan in Ladakh | See here
While fans are excited for Bigg Boss 19, an update on Salman Khan shooting in Ladakh for his upcoming war drama, Battle of Galwan, has surfaced on social media.
Last Updated: 02.44 PM, Aug 22, 2025
Salman Khan is all set to be seen as the host of Bigg Boss 19. The new season is all set to kick off on August 24, on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) and Colors TV. Amid this, a picture of Salman shooting for his upcoming war drama, Battle of Galwan in Ladakh, excited fans. The film is being directed by Apoorva Lakhia.
Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan shoot update
Indian film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared a picture of Salman Khan on X, where the superstar can be seen backfacing the camera with a scenic view in front of him as he is concentrating on shooting for Battle of Galwan.
Taran wrote, "Superstar #SalmanKhan joins the prestigious #GalwanValley team His aura, intensity & larger-than-life presence will take this patriotic saga to another level. Bollywood’s Tiger steps into #GalwanValley, His charisma + action = guaranteed blockbuster storm!" In the viral photo, Salman Khan is seemingly getting ready for an operation and wearing a blue colour outfit.
About Battle of Galwan
As per an earlier Mid-Day report, the Battle of Galwan, starring Salman Khan, was said to be an Eid al-Fitr 2026 release. However, sources have revealed that Khan and director Apoorva Lakhia, who are producing the film, are skipping the March slot, instead aiming for a May release, which coincides with Bakri Eid.
“Battle of Galwan is a war film mounted on a big scale. Shooting in the high altitudes of Ladakh is anyway challenging; it will only be compounded by the film’s scale and the elaborate action set-pieces. Eid is mid-March next year. The team doesn’t want to rush the shoot or post-production just to meet that deadline," the source added.
Battle of Galwan is based on the June 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, which involved fierce hand-to-hand combat despite agreements banning firearms. Salman Khan is set to star as Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu, the commanding officer who was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra. This story focuses on the bravery and sacrifice of Indian soldiers who defended their territory, and the film emphasizes themes of courage and patriotism in the harsh conditions of the high-altitude region.
Salman Khan in Bigg Boss 19
Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere will take place on August 24. The show will be available on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) at 9 pm and Colors TV at 10:30 pm. Salman Khan returns as the host, and this time it features the democratic "Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar" theme, where contestants make decisions, tasks, and punishments themselves.
FAQs
Q: When does Bigg Boss 19 start?
A: Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere is scheduled on August 24 on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) and Colors TV.
Q: Who is hosting Bigg Boss 2025?
A: Salman Khan is hosting Bigg Boss 19.
Q: Who directs the Battle of Galwan?
A: Apoorva Lakhia is directing Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan.